NATIONAL CHECKERS DAY AND DOGS IN POLITICS DAY
On September 23, National Checkers Day (which is also known as Dogs in Politics Day) recognizes Political Pooches or Candidate Canines, First Fidos, or Revolutionary Rovers. #NationalCheckersDay
NATIONAL GREAT AMERICAN POT PIE DAY
National Great American Pot Pie Day cooks up a toasty meal on September 23. Warm up the home with a toasty meal of pot pies to celebrate! #GreatAmericanPotPieDay
NATIONAL PUNCTUATION DAY
National Punctuation Day commemorates all punctuation on September 24. A period, a comma, a semicolon, a question mark, and an exclamation point are examples of some of the punctuation used in writing. They separate sentences and their elements to clarify meaning. Without them, meaning would be lost or up for interpretation. #NationalPunctuationDay
September 25 (“Nine Two Five”) Becoming Dolly Parton Day Around the County… There are many creative ways organizations, cities, and entire states are honoring the beloved star. The Dollywood Foundation, whom she tasked with stewarding her legacy into the future, encourages all to Give Like Dolly and support local Imagination Library programs on 9/25.
Can’t we all be more kind all 12 months annually? Dolly did!
Celebrate the special young women in your life for National Daughter’s Day! Today is dedicated to honoring the joy, wisdom, laughter, and warmth daughters bring to families and communities. Plan a special outing or send a sweet text to let them know how much they mean to you!
Celebrating Patricia Stubben (7.17.1984 – 1.16.2025). Mom’s best friend. As you said, “Mother and daughter. Always and Forever!”
Honoring Ultimate Sacrifice: Pause in deep reverence for Gold Star Mother’s and Family Day! Observed on the last Sunday in September, today honors the extraordinary strength, courage, and sacrifice of mothers and families who have lost a loved one in military service to our nation. We extend our utmost gratitude and respect to these resilient families today.
NATIONAL SHAMU THE WHALE DAY
On September 26, National Shamu the Whale Day not only honors a famous whale, but also raising awareness about orcas in our oceans. These powerful predators are the largest member of the dolphin family. #ShamuTheWhaleDay
Cherish the ones closest to home for National Family Day and National Good Neighbor Day! Celebrated on the fourth Monday of September, today reminds us that strong communities start right on our own streets. Take time to share a meal with your family, check in on an elderly neighbor, or bring over a friendly greeting next door.
In Amarillo, Texas we say, “Welcome Pardner!” www.welcomepardner.com
Every year on September 30th is National Love People Day. The purpose of the day is to show unconditional love to everyone – no exceptions.
National Coffee with a Cop Day
- Date: First Wednesday of October
- Purpose: To build trust, break down barriers, and encourage open, informal conversations between police officers and the community members they serve.
- Format: Casual, drop-in gatherings hosted at local coffee shops, cafes, and community spots with no formal agendas or speeches.
- Origins: Started in 2011 by the Hawthorne Police Department in California and expanded into a national and international initiative in 2016